The MaRS Discovery District is a non-profit convergence innovation centre located in the heart of downtown Toronto’s renowned Discovery District—two square kilometers designated as the city’s epicentre of innovation.

MaRS was created in 2000 to capitalize on the research and innovation strength of the Province of Ontario, and to position Canada for leadership in the highly competitive global innovation economy. MaRS connects science, technology and social entrepreneurs with business skills, networks and capital to stimulate innovation and accelerate the creation and growth of successful Canadian enterprises.